The Otis S. Johnson Cultural Arts Center will host the 2026 Black Art Expo on Saturday, Feb. 21, featuring over 30 arts vendors, live performances, and food trucks.

This year’s event marks the fourth annual celebration, showcasing artists offering 2D art, jewelry, fiber pieces, photography, prints, and more. Performances in the Ben Tucker Theatre will include singing, dancing, instrumental music, and spoken word art throughout the day.

New to the Expo this year are a collage art making workshop and a children’s book reading by a local author. Accessibility efforts for attendees with disabilities include braille programs, an on-site accessibility liaison, and tactile maps. The first 100 attendees will receive a branded tote bag.

The Expo will take place from noon to 4 p.m. and is free and open to the public. The event is organized by the City of Savannah’s Cultural Resources Department, led by Cultural Resources Assistant Tasheca Hutchinson.

“At the heart of the Savannah Black Arts Expo is community.,” Hutchinson said. “This event is a cultural celebration rooted in Black art, cultural pride, and creative expression. The success of past years has shown us just how meaningful it is for artists to have a space where they can honor and live their culture through their work, while celebrating alongside other like-minded creatives. As always, we look forward to welcoming the Savannah community into our arts center to shop with local artists across a variety of mediums, experience incredible performances, and enjoy delicious food and beverages from local vendors.”

Representatives from the Telfair Museums Friends of African American Art (FAAA), The Beach Institute, and the City of Savannah Municipal Archives will also showcase local cultural history and resources.

Attendees can enjoy food from vendors Will Yums, On The Go, and No Sauce BBQ, along with concessions from Sweet Soirees by Nicole and The Ashford Tea Company.

What: 2026 Black Art Expo

When: Saturday, Feb. 21, Noon – 4 p.m.

Where: Otis S. Johnson Cultural Arts Center, 201 Montgomery St.